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Moulton Ridge — Ridges 39.2 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Kezar Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 571750
Catalogued on the USGS Kezar Falls quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Moulton Ridge — a ridge — lies 39.2 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571750, Moulton Ridge is recorded as a ridge on the USGS Kezar Falls quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 06/25/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Moulton Ridge sits at 43.84873° N, 70.94637° W (DMS 43°50′55″ N, 70°56′47″ W).
Other ridges in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 11 ridges catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Moulton Ridge itself. The ones closest to Moulton Ridge:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Ridge | Casco | — | 23.5 mi |
| Sylvester Ridge | Casco | — | 24.3 mi |
| Crockett Ridge | Norway | — | 32.6 mi |
| Halls Ridge | Greenwood | — | 36.7 mi |
| Days Ridge | Bryant Pond | — | 42.1 mi |
| Hemenway Ridge | Old Speck Mountain | — | 52.7 mi |
| Harlow Ridge | Dixfield | — | 54.8 mi |
| Inlet Ridge | Middle Dam | — | 63.4 mi |
| Carry Ridge | Middle Dam | — | 64.8 mi |
| Daddys Ridge | Kennebago | — | 83.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Kezar Falls Quadrangle
The Kezar Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Moulton Ridge. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colcord Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Stacy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Devils Den | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Thurston Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bickford Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Fork Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| John J Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Black Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Chalk Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 67-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Moulton Ridge — 39.2 miles south-southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSW.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (43.849°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Moulton Ridge track the nearby Colcord Pond reservoir (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Moulton Ridge
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colcord Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Stacy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Devils Den | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Thurston Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Moulton Ridge located?
Moulton Ridge is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 39.2 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kezar Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Moulton Ridge from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.2 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Moulton Ridge?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Moulton Ridge as a ridge, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571750 on the Kezar Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Moulton Ridge?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other ridges are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 10 other ridges in Oxford County, Maine.